Practice areas: Family Law; view more
Licensed in California since: 1978
Education: San Fernando Valley College of Law
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Sua Law Group
1445 E Los Angeles AveSuite 303
Simi Valley, CA 93065 Visit website
Vigorously representing clients in matters of family law, Laurence R. Goldman is an established attorney working with Sua Law Group in Simi Valley, California. With nearly five decades of experience, he handles cases involving divorce, separation, child custody, marital dissolution, pre- and postnuptial agreements, paternity and restraining orders. Presently, he serves clients with empathy and compassion across Simi Valley and Los Angeles County.
Upon graduating with a bachelor’s degree from California State University, Northridge, Mr. Goldman pursued his law degree at the University of San Fernando Valley College of Law. During his time at law school, he was an active contributor to the University of San Fernando Valley Law Review and Delta Theta Phi Fraternity. Earning early exposure to the workings of the judiciary, he served as a law clerk at the Los Angeles City Attorney's Office and also interned at the Bet Tzedek Legal Services. He graduated from law school with a Juris Doctor in 1977 and in the following year earned admission to The State Bar of California.
As a California Board of Legal Specialization-certified family law specialist, Mr. Goldman has handled numerous cases throughout the years. By actively listening and communicating to act in his client's best interest, he uses an empathic approach to guarantee that his clients receive the best representation and advice. He has also acted as a judge pro tempore in family court, gaining knowledge and understanding the system deeper. He utilizes this experience in his family law practice, helping his clients reach their goals and protect their best interests.
Previously, Mr. Goldman served as the president of the Beverly Hills Bar Association. He also served as a mediator for the Superior Court of Los Angeles County. Additionally, he is a member of the American Bar Association. As a person who believes in giving back to the community, he works as the director of Public Counsel, where he serves clients in pro bono litigation. His professionalism and high ethical standards garnered him an AV Preeminent* peer-review rating through Martindale-Hubbell.
*AV®, AV Preeminent®, Martindale-Hubbell Distinguished and Martindale-Hubbell Notable are certification marks used under license in accordance with the Martindale-Hubbell certification procedures, standards and policies. Martindale-Hubbell® is the facilitator of a peer-review rating process. Ratings reflect the anonymous opinions of members of the bar and the judiciary. Martindale-Hubbell® Peer Review Ratings™ fall into two categories – legal ability and general ethical standards.
Practice areas
Family LawFocus areas
Adoption, Alimony & Spousal Support, Child Support, Custody & Visitation, Dissolution, Divorce, Domestic Violence, Father's Rights, Juvenile Law, Marital Property, Mediation & Collaborative Law, Name Change, Paternity, Prenuptial Agreements, Same Sex Family Law
- 100% Family Law
First Admitted: 1978, California
Bar / Professional Activity
- U.S. Supreme Court, President, 2004
- Member of the Family Law Executive Committee of the Los Angeles County Bar Association
- President - Beverly Hills Bar Association, 2006-2007 President-Elect, 2005-2006 First Vice President, 2004-2005
- Committee Member, Family Law Section
- Member San Fernando Valley Bar Association 1978- Present, 2021
- Los Angeles County Bar Association, Member 1978-Present Board of Trustees 2004-2005, 2021
- California and U.S. District Court, Central District of California, 1978
- U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit and U.S. Tax Court, 1987
Special Licenses / Certifications
- Certified Specialist, Family Law, The State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization, 1990
Pro bono / Community Service
- Board Member - Calabasas Chamber of Commerce 2021, 1996-2001 Treasurer 1984-1986, 2021
- Board of Directors of Public Counsel, 2009-Present, 2021
- LAC Superior Court Temporary Judge Program, 2017
- West Hills Hospital and Medical Center, Member, 1998-2009, 2009
- San Fernando Valley United Chamber of Commerce, 2002
Educational Background
- Business Administration and Accounting at California State University, Northridge
Honors
- The AV Preeminent® designation reflects the highest peer rating standard. This rating signifies that a large number of the lawyer’s peers rank him or her at the highest level of professional excellence for their legal knowledge, communication skills and ethical standards, AV Preeminent, Martindale-Hubbell, 2021
- Recognized as the top 5% of Attorneys in Southern California for the 16th year, Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers - Southern California, 2021
- The Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent® designation reflects the highest peer rating standard. This rating signifies that a large number of the lawyer’s peers rank him or her at the highest level of professional excellence for their legal knowledge, communication skills and ethical standards, AV Preeminent, Martindale-Hubbell, 2020
- Recognized as the top 5% of Attorneys in Southern California for the 15th year., Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers - Southern California, 2020
- Mr. Goldman received the prestigious Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent® designation, reflective of the highest peer rating standard. This rating signifies that a large number of the lawyer’s peers rank him or her at the highest level of professional excellence for their legal knowledge, communication skills and ethical standards, AV Preeminent, Martindale-Hubbell, 2019
- Recognized as the top 5% of attorneys in Southern California for the 14th year., Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers - Southern California, 2019
- The Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent® designation reflects the highest peer rating standard. This rating signifies that a large number of the lawyer’s peers rank him or her at the highest level of professional excellence for their legal knowledge, communication skills and ethical standards, AV Preeminent, Martindale-Hubbell, 2018
- Recognized as the top 5% of attorneys in Southern California for the 13th time., Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers - Southern California, 2018
- The Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent® designation reflects the highest peer rating standard. This rating signifies that a large number of the lawyer’s peers rank him or her at the highest level of professional excellence for their legal knowledge, communication skills and ethical standards, AV Preeminent, Martindale-Hubbell, 2017
- Recognized as the top 5% of attorneys in Southern California for the 12th time. , Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers - Southern California, 2017
Office location for Laurence R. Goldman
1445 E Los Angeles Ave
Suite 303
Simi Valley, CA 93065
Phone: 805-842-2000
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- Super Lawyers: 2004, 2006 - 2026